FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Details of The Point Leo Small Business Loans
Let me know more about Point Leo Small Business Loans
Point Leo unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000 with terms between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary business loan?
It is imaginable to apply to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes on the internet or by phone. You will receive an answer within the same day and have the funds on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. Our business loan is a cash-based loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the amount you will have to pay, including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is divided into a daily or weekly payment amount.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every company purpose including control of cash flow company remodels and marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, for general working capital, and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About larger Point Leo Business Loans
What is the Larger Point Leo Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size of loan that can be used to fund business growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 over a fixed term up to 36 months. Repayments are scheduled weekly or fortnightly to work with you cashflow.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee, which is determined at 2.5 percent of the loan amount.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To qualify for a loan that is this large the business needs to be in operation for at least 3 years, and have an annual income of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old as well as own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
How can the funds be utilised?
A Business Loan of a larger size can be used to fund almost all company use, including company renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is required to access funding over $150,000. It is usually by way of charge against assets and can include registration on the PPSR or the registration of a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is generally based rather than specifying the security of a specific asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the business lender is not able to repay the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central registry run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests granted to individuals who own personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR grants prioritisation over property that is personal to be granted in accordance with the date on which a registration of a security interest.
The caveat can be described as a formal document that is filed to offer an official notice of a claim against a property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re seeking the Larger Business Loan of more than $250K, we may offer an initial pre-approval to simplify the process. We might be able to do this without a credit verification and within 6 hours of the initial application. This pre-approval is based on a preliminary assessment which includes the answer to a series of financial well-being checks. This is in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of credit. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer you might receive could be on different conditions.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may be eligible for an business loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- can demonstrate at least 6 months worth of trade (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Simply complete the online form in few minutes and a dedicated business lending specialist will contact you to guide you.
To be eligible for up to $100,000 you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s License), a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months of bank statements.
For larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K-$250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if credit is over $150K).
$250K to $500K: Application details including credit consent twelve months of bank records, IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, and interim financials from the current financial year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables reports.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we can often offer an answer in just one hour – as long as you submit your request within standard company times and let us utilise the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank information online. If you decide to send us copies of your bank statements , we will be able to provide an answer in just an business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we may be likely to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about 6 hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval form, it will take approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Certain offers have been approved within just 24 hours.
The quickest method for you to apply is ensure you apply during standard business hours, and let us use the advanced bank verification system to verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements it may take a bit longer.
How fast will I get the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we typically provide an answer within an hour, provided you submit your request during normal business timings and allow us to use the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you want to upload copies of your banking statement, we’ll offer an answer in as little as an business day.
For the Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we could be likely to provide the conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval document, you will require to wait around 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved within the space of 24 hours.
The fastest method can be ensure you apply during standard business hours, and permit us to use the advance bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank accounts, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide the loan amount between $5,000 and $500,000. When you submit an application for a certain amount, we will consider a number of factors to determine how much we can lend you well-being of the company and the extent of repayments that your company is able to afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics of your business.
When you submit an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a variety of variables to assess your well-being of the company and the extent of the repayments your business can afford. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the particulars for your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an company loan?
If you decide to make an application for our business financing, we’ll assess the risk profile for your business and offer an individualised offer including the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. This business loan is an upfront cost loan so you will be aware of the total amount payable including any charges, interest rates or fees.
What determines the amount I pay?
The interest rates on company loans rates differ based on various factors such as the amount that is borrowed, the business assets the funds will be used for and the sector the business is in, how long the business is in operation as well as whether the business has sufficient cash flow to cover the loan, as well as the general well-being and creditworthiness of the company.
What are the costs?
There are no hidden fees for our company loans. You’ll know precisely how much it is that you need to pay and when, right from day one. There’s no compounding interest and no additional fees (as long as you are able to make your payments punctually).
We don’t charge an Application Fee. You are able to get a cash loan absolutely no upfront cost and no the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with establishing and managing the loan. This is only a fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Do I have the option of paying off the loan earlier?
You can choose to repay the entire amount of your loan early at any time.
If you decide to pursue this option, please speak to our friendly company lending specialists. We will offer you with the details of your repayment along with an early payout estimate. This will be calculated as the total of the principal remaining and any accrued interest at the date of early payout in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal amount remaining and any outstanding fees.
What are the repayment methods?
To make sure you do not miss due dates and also to be in line your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Protecting your information, and making it clear how we collect the information we collect, use, share and secure your information, is of paramount importance and is a crucial element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our commitment to security for our clients and security. We employ a highly sophisticated bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank account information online. This allows us to offer a fast response.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when the company owner borrows from an asset they own to get the loan. The asset may be a personal asset like the family home, or a company asset such as a vehicle or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lenders, not just the major banks, prefer to make loans secured by assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan, the asset might be sold by the lender. In essence, it’s a way of securing additional financing taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Are I require security for an business loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, there is no requirement for asset security before you can access the money However, we do need an individual guarantee. As long as you follow the terms of your loan (as stipulated in the loan contract) the security of assets is not required. For loans of over $150K generally, there is a personal ensure and security that is in the form a charge over assets.